Meet Our Clan Chief

Sir Malcolm MacGregor of MacGregor

Sir Malcolm MacGregor of MacGregor, the 24th Chief of Clan Gregor and Chieftain of the Children of the Mist,
is a distinguished Scottish leader known for his military service, humanitarian work, and celebrated career as a landscape photographer.

Born in 1959, he spent his early years in the United Kingdom, Malaysia, Greece, and the United States,
an upbringing that shaped his global perspective and deepened his appreciation for culture, history, and landscape.

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Military Career

Sir Malcolm was commissioned into the Scots Guards in 1980 after graduating from the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst.
His service took him across the Middle East, Southeast Asia, Europe, and Northern Ireland in both operational and staff roles.

He also served with the 6th Gurkha Rifles in Hong Kong and Nepal,
acting as battalion operations officer and commanding a rifle company.

His final military appointment was as Chief of Staff of 51 Highland Brigade,
a formation tied to the historic 51st Highland Division.

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Photography & Humanitarian Work

Following his military service, Sir Malcolm pursued a professional career in landscape photography,
documenting environments ranging from the Scottish Highlands to remote regions of Iceland, France,
the United States, and Oman.

He has also worked extensively in humanitarian settings,
documenting landmine-clearance operations in Afghanistan, Angola, Somaliland, Cambodia, Kosovo, and Georgia.

 

His work combines artistic vision with humanitarian documentation,
creating images that are both visually striking and historically meaningful.

Sir Malcolm is a Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society and the Royal Photographic Society.

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Clan Leadership

As Chief of Clan Gregor, Sir Malcolm plays a central role in preserving and promoting the heritage
of one of Scotland’s most ancient Highland clans.

He represents the clan at Highland Games, international gatherings, and cultural events,
fostering a strong global community of MacGregor descendants.

He has served as Convenor of the Standing Council of Scottish Chiefs,
holding the office in two non-consecutive terms.

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Personal Life

Sir Malcolm lives near Lockerbie in Dumfriesshire with his family.
He continues to travel widely, photograph remote landscapes,
and support cultural and humanitarian initiatives.

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Lady Fiona MacGregor of MacGregor

Lady Fiona MacGregor of MacGregor, born Fiona Armstrong,
is a distinguished broadcaster, writer, historian, and public servant,
deeply engaged in Scottish cultural preservation and international clan representation.

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Broadcasting & Media Career

Lady Fiona has had an accomplished broadcasting career with ITN, BBC News, Sky TV, and NBC,
reporting across Europe, Africa, the United States, and the Far East.

She currently presents ITV’s “Border Life,” focusing on issues and life in southern Scotland.

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Writing & Cultural Contributions

An accomplished author and columnist, she contributes to publications such as The Courier,
Scottish Field, and Scotbanner.

She holds a doctorate in Scottish history and an honorary doctorate from the University of Glasgow.

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Public Service

Lady Fiona serves as His Majesty’s Lord Lieutenant of Dumfries,
representing the Crown and supporting regional civic and cultural initiatives.

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Clan Gregor Leadership

As Vice President of the Clan Gregor Society,
she plays an active role in Highland Games, clan gatherings, and international events,
strengthening the global MacGregor community.

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Personal Interests

Lady Fiona is a passionate fly-fisher and author of two books on the subject.
She also enjoys swimming, cooking, and gardening.

She lives with Sir Malcolm near Lockerbie in Dumfriesshire,
where both continue to serve as leading representatives of Clan Gregor.